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Mercedes-Benz Sprinter

Multi-colour · Diesel · 2001 · 2,151 cc

Y274 MBUMOT history

Y274 MBU is a multi-colour diesel Mercedes-Benz Sprinter first used on 3 Apr 2001. Its MOT is valid until 6 Mar 2027 and it has passed 20 of 25 MOT tests, with 169,486 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 6 Mar 2026.

Y274 MBU multi-colour Mercedes-Benz Sprinter – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Mercedes-Benz Sprinter, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 6 Mar 2027
Mileage
169,486 mi
At MOT on 6 Mar 2026
MOT tests
25
20 passed · 5 failed
Per year
3,928 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
Y274 MBU
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Mercedes-Benz
Model
Sprinter
Colour
Multi-colour
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,151 cc
Year of manufacture
2001
First used
3 Apr 2001
MOT status
MOT valid until 6 Mar 2027
Latest MOT test
6 Mar 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

Y274 MBU was last recorded at 169,486 miles on 6 Mar 2026, 4,357 miles more than at the previous MOT on 7 Mar 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
165,129 miles · 7 Mar 2025
Between the last two tests
4,357 miles
Average per year
3,928 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 169,486 miles
  • 2025 – 165,129 miles
  • 2024 – 157,015 miles
  • 2023 – 156,230 miles
  • 2022 – 150,593 miles
  • 2020 – 143,255 miles
  • 2019 – 138,023 miles
  • 2018 – 130,681 miles
  • 2017 – 123,341 miles
  • 2016 – 115,555 miles
  • 2015 – 108,101 miles
  • 2014 – 105,807 miles
  • 2013 – 104,869 miles
  • 2012 – 103,966 miles
  • 2011 – 103,195 miles
  • 2010 – 102,633 miles
  • 2009 – 101,884 miles
  • 2008 – 100,610 miles
  • 2007 – 97,235 miles
  • 2006 – 92,384 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass169,486 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

What MOT advisories mean

Recurring issues

Items recorded at more than one earlier MOT but not at the latest one. Repeat advisories can show maintenance that was put off.

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022–2023

  • Corroded area repaired and cover with under sealant

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022–2023

  • Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2015–2016

  • Offside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2013–2016

  • Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2015–2016

  • Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2011–2015

Full MOT history

25 tests since 20 Jul 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass169,486 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    6 Mar 2027
    Odometer
    169,486 miles
    Test number
    189580413049
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  2. Fail169,486 miles (+4,357)1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    169,486 miles
    Test number
    326346558538
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  3. Pass165,129 miles (+8,114)
    MOT expiry
    6 Mar 2026
    Odometer
    165,129 miles
    Test number
    392350502094

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass157,015 miles (+785)2 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Feb 2025
    Odometer
    157,015 miles
    Test number
    423430687195
    • MinorFront Position lamp light intensity obviously reduced both (4.2.3 (a) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output both (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Play in steering rack inner joint(s) both
    • AdvisoryOffside Integral body structure is repaired but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. both (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryTested in wet.

  5. Pass156,230 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Jan 2024
    Odometer
    156,230 miles
    Test number
    810910121809
    • AdvisoryFront Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryCorroded area repaired and cover with under sealant

  6. Fail156,230 miles (+5,637)1 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    156,230 miles
    Test number
    681542942515
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer jets misaligned and not providing sufficient fluid to the windscreen (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryCorroded area repaired and cover with under sealant

  7. Pass150,593 miles6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Jan 2023
    Odometer
    150,593 miles
    Test number
    540560659330
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryCorroded area repaired and cover with under sealant
    • AdvisorySeat slightly damaged

  8. Fail150,593 miles (+7,338)3 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    150,593 miles
    Test number
    169693474896
    • MajorHorn not working (7.7 (a))
    • MajorOffside Integral body structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting front and rear inner sill. (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • MajorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisorySeat slightly damaged

  9. Pass143,255 miles (+5,232)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Sept 2021
    Odometer
    143,255 miles
    Test number
    547028355498
    • AdvisoryCentral Prop shaft bearing has slight play (6.1.7 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect O/S & N/S (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  10. Pass138,023 miles (+7,342)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Sept 2020
    Odometer
    138,023 miles
    Test number
    651317468162
    • AdvisoryNearside Front door covered with duct tape
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  11. Pass130,681 miles (+7,340)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Sept 2019
    Odometer
    130,681 miles
    Test number
    682407258020
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement n/s & o/s (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside front door edges corroded.

  12. Pass123,341 miles (+7,786)
    MOT expiry
    1 Sept 2018
    Odometer
    123,341 miles
    Test number
    461081918217

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass115,555 miles (+7,454)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Aug 2017
    Odometer
    115,555 miles
    Test number
    457435706603
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a pin/bush both sides (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • AdvisoryRear Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush D bushes (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryService and parking brake efficiency only just met requirements

  14. Pass108,101 miles (+2,294)7 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    14 Jun 2016
    Odometer
    108,101 miles
    Test number
    939226265185
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryRear Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryService brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • NotePlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  15. Pass105,807 miles (+938)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Jul 2015
    Odometer
    105,807 miles
    Test number
    258791394433
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  16. Pass104,869 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Jul 2014
    Odometer
    104,869 miles
    Test number
    485432393104
    • AdvisoryBrake load sensing valve stiff (3.6.E.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

  17. Fail104,869 miles (+903)1 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    104,869 miles
    Test number
    529742193152
    • Repaired at testRegistration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryBrake load sensing valve stiff (3.6.E.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

  18. Pass103,966 miles (+771)
    MOT expiry
    19 Jul 2013
    Odometer
    103,966 miles
    Test number
    555734882177

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass103,195 miles (+562)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    19 Jul 2012
    Odometer
    103,195 miles
    Test number
    895699691116
    • AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

  20. Pass102,633 miles (+749)
    MOT expiry
    19 Jul 2011
    Odometer
    102,633 miles
    Test number
    682457580191

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass101,884 miles (+1,274)
    MOT expiry
    19 Jul 2010
    Odometer
    101,884 miles
    Test number
    874688889185

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass100,610 miles (+190)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    19 Jul 2009
    Odometer
    100,610 miles
    Test number
    733708798167
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  23. Fail100,420 miles (+3,185)2 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    100,420 miles
    Test number
    144891998131
    • FailureNearside Front Ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureOffside Front Ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  24. Pass97,235 miles (+4,851)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    19 Jul 2008
    Odometer
    97,235 miles
    Test number
    293510097446
    • AdvisorySteering rack damaged but serviceable (2.2.C.1d)

  25. Pass92,384 miles
    MOT expiry
    19 Jul 2007
    Odometer
    92,384 miles
    Test number
    410211206203

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about Y274 MBU

Does Y274 MBU currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on Y274 MBU is valid until 6 Mar 2027.
When is the MOT due on Y274 MBU?
The MOT on Y274 MBU is valid until 6 Mar 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has Y274 MBU done?
Y274 MBU was recorded at 169,486 miles at its MOT on 6 Mar 2026, an average of 3,928 miles a year.
Has Y274 MBU ever failed its MOT?
Yes. Y274 MBU has failed 5 of its 25 MOT tests, most recently on 6 Mar 2026.
Has the mileage on Y274 MBU ever gone down?
No. The odometer reading went up or stayed the same at every MOT test on record. Service records are still worth checking.
What did the latest MOT on Y274 MBU find?
Y274 MBU passed its latest MOT on 6 Mar 2026 with 1 advisory: brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material.

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